Plant Fabrication Apprentice Technician

Layfield Group. Ltd; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the geosynthetics industry is seeking a Plant Fabrication Apprentice Technician in Edmonton. Candidates will work in a dynamic environment, focusing on maximizing production quality while adhering to safety standards. Ideal applicants are self-motivated team players with basic fabrication experience, ready to contribute to community protection and sustainability efforts.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)

Opportunities for career advancement

Strong commitment to safety standards

Qualifications

• Completion of grade 12 is essential.
• Previous experience in a plant or fabrication environment is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Maximize production levels and efficiencies related to geosynthetic fabrication.
• Ensure quality in production by following organizational standards.

Skills

Ability to read blueprints

Knowledge of Quality Program (ISO)

Experience with basic hand tools

Previous forklift experience

Education

Completion of grade 12

Tools

Plastic fusion welders

Job description

Are you searching for a new opportunity to work in an energetic and motivated environment surrounded by passionate and inspired team members? Why not join the unique and rapidly growing industry of Geosynthetics?

Over the past 47 years, Layfield has created innovative and sustainable geosynthetic solutions to protect our communities and environment. Since we have been one of the pioneering geomembrane manufacturers, fabricators, and installers in North America, making time one of the key ingredients to our success!

With a strong company culture rooted in family values, commitment, and high ethical standards, we are building a better tomorrow. We've been around for a while and we keep getting stronger.

What Success Looks Like at Layfield

Successful Plant Fabrication Apprentice Technicians at Layfield are self-motivated, highly disciplined, enthusiastic team players responsible for the proper set-up and operation of equipment. They are required to attain maximum levels of productivity, effectiveness, and quality in their daily shift workload while maintaining safety as a top priority.

Plant Fabrication Apprentice Technicians report directly to the Shift Lead Hand and indirectly to the Production Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Safety :

• Understand, support, and adhere to the company’s health and safety policies, programs, and procedures.
• Attend and participate in safety meetings.
• Complete risk assessment forms.
• Report any equipment or building damage to supervisors and/or safety team.

Production :

• Maximize quality, production levels, and efficiencies related to all geosynthetic fabrication activities.
• Properly set up, operate, maintain, and lubricate all equipment.
• Contribute to the cleanliness and organization of the fabrication plant and work area.
• Communicate with the Shift Lead Hand regarding deficiencies in materials and equipment.
• Utilize Shine Dashboards and Flag System in accordance with production standards.
• Contribute positively to continuous improvement, teamwork, and workplace quality objectives.

Quality Control & Assurance :

• Ensure quality in production by following organizational standards and ISO protocols.

What we Look For

• Completion of grade 12.
• Previous experience in a plant or fabrication environment.
• Experience with basic hand tools and plastic fusion welders.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Knowledge of Quality Program (ISO) is an asset.
• Previous forklift experience is an asset.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Willing or able to work night shifts.
• WHMIS Certificate.

Why Join Layfield?

We support our employees in their personal growth. Quality, excellence, and continuous improvement are fundamental to our relationships with customers and are integral to our products and services.

We have a strong company culture rooted in family values, commitment, and high ethical standards.

Some Benefits of Working with Us:

• Be part of a fantastic team with an extraordinary culture while contributing to community and environmental protection and building a greener world.
• Opportunities for career advancement. Grow with us!
• Commitment to the highest safety standards and practices.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, etc.).